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Statue of a winged lion with human head. Nimrud
Colossal statue of a winged lion with a human face. 865-860 BC. From Northwest Palace of Ashurnasirpal II. Nimrud. British Museum. London. United Kingdom
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Ashurnasirpal Assyria Assyrian Bearded Chaos Colossal Creature Demonic Fantastic Fantastical Forces Guardian Human Iraq Kalhu Legs Lion Mesopotamia Mesopotamian Mythological Mythology Neo Assyrian Nimrud Northwest Protection Protective Myth
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This print showcases the Colossal Statue of a Winged Lion with a Human Head, a remarkable artifact hailing from the ancient city of Nimrud, now in northern Iraq. Dated back to the 9th century BC, this statue was once a guardian figure from the Northwest Palace of Ashurnasirpal II. The statue's intricate details reveal a creature with the body of a lion and the head of a bearded human, complete with a regal, bearded face. The lion's wings are spread wide, suggesting the power and chaos-defying abilities of this mythological figure. The statue's origins lie in the Neo-Assyrian period, a time of great artistic and cultural achievements in Mesopotamia. The figure's fantastic and fantastical appearance may have been intended to represent the protective forces of the king or to ward off demonic forces. The statue's colossal size and imposing presence would have left a lasting impression on visitors to the palace. Today, this magnificent work of art can be found in the British Museum in London, England, where it continues to inspire awe and fascination. The statue's enduring appeal is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of ancient Mesopotamia and the enduring power of mythology to captivate the human imagination.
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